2004 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 536 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
